CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Ford Focus has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 977 complaints with NHTSA, including 52 crashes, 17 fires, 51 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (536 reports).
2003 Ford Focus recalls
Most common 2003 Ford Focus problems
Problem areas named in the 977 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 536 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 83 |
| Steering | 76 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 60 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 57 |
| Suspension | 50 |
| Power Train | 50 |
| Air Bags | 49 |
| Structure | 41 |
| Visibility | 26 |
What owners report
wiring harness fused together
Vehicle has a recall for Rear Door Latches. I have attempted to take the vehicle to 2 different Cloninger Ford in Hickory and Cloninger Ford in Valdese. Both dealerships claim they can not do the recall due to parts. I would like to know what steps do I need to take to get my vehicle repaired for this recall!
IGNITION ISSUES. THE KEY WILL NOT TURN IN THE IGNITION. CANNOT START MY VEHICLE OR TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. MY CAR ONLY HAS JUST OVER 56,000 MILES. I AM SEEING THAT THIS IS A COMMON COMPLAINT AND COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE. I AM ELDERLY AND DISABLED AND IT COULD BE A SERIOUS ISSUE TO MY HEALTH IF I AM STRANDED SOMEWHERE IN BAD WEATHER
DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR WILL NOT LATCH JUST FLIES OPEN. *TR
2003 FORD FOCUS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO INADEQUATE STRUCTURAL STEEL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE STEEL ON THE CONTROL ARMS WERE POORLY MANUFACTURED. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY DEAD STOPPED, TURNED RIGHT, MAKING A CRACKING NOISE. THE CONTROL ARM HAD SNAPPED AND DUG INTO THE TAR, BRAKING THE TIE ROD AND CREASING THE BREAKLINE. *JS
2003 Ford Focus questions
Does the 2003 Ford Focus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Ford Focus: Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford Focus?
Based on 977 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (536), Latches/Locks/Linkages (83), Steering (76).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Ford Focus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.